Romance in Mauritius

Mauritius has long been a dream destination for weddings and honeymoons, and is an idyllic location for a romantic break. Couples can enjoy a range of activities together from paddle boating to hiking, to romantic candlelit meals by the beach. For those visiting the island to get married, the island’s beaches and green spaces offer tranquil and serene locations, perfect for that moment when you say “I do”. Both civil and religious ceremonies can be accommodated with almost all the world’s major religions represented on the island. Hotels often provide combined wedding and honeymoon packages that offer that special touch to make the occasion that bit more perfect.

There are few more romantic settings than Mauritius for that special moment when you decide to pledge your love to your partner. Your wedding ceremony can be completely tailored to your exact needs and wishes. A path of rose petals, a barefoot wedding on the pristine white sand, a traditional Indian wedding, a bridal tiara adorned with orchids, or a wedding dinner carefully arranged according to your menu preferences and much more…

In Mauritius same-sex relationships are not legally recognised and LGBT (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender) rights in Mauritius are legally complicated and somewhat vague. While the LGBT community are protected from discrimination by law and individuals have a constitutionally guaranteed right to privacy, and Mauritius was one of 65 countries that signed the UN Declaration on Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity, at the same time, 'sodomy' remains illegal. Furthermore despite a generally young and progressive population, Mauritian society is relatively conservative and public displays of affection, regardless of sexual orientation are not advised. Consequently, those who maintain a gay lifestyle often do so secretly. The tourism industry however is more progressive and there are not usually any problems with same-sex couples sharing hotel rooms and many hotels offer honeymoons for same-sex couples and weddings, though because of Mauritius law they are not legally recognised and the Civil Status Office will not conduct same-sex marriages.